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Wivenhoe House is a magnificent Georgian mansion dating from 1759, set within 20 acres of beautiful parkland on the University of Essex campus. This elegant venue combines historic charm with modern conference facilities, offering 17 meeting rooms that can accommodate from 2 to 300 delegates. The hotel features 40 comfortable bedrooms, award-winning dining options, and extensive grounds perfect for team building activities. Located just minutes from Colchester town centre, it provides easy access to the A12 and excellent rail connections to London. The venue is renowned for its flexible event spaces, professional service, and stunning period features including ornate plasterwork and original fireplaces.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ballroom | 300 | — | 60 | 150 | 80 | — | — |
| The Library | 80 | — | 30 | 50 | 35 | — | — |
| The Drawing Room | 60 | — | 24 | 35 | 28 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Day delegate rates from £35 per person. Room hire from £150. Residential packages available. Prices vary by season and room selection.
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Park Road, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom
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Wivenhoe House Hotel & Conference Centre is a verified hotel & conference centre in Colchester, hosting up to 300 guests, with day delegate rates from £210. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 300 delegates in theatre style, flexible room configurations available for smaller groups
Comprehensive AV equipment included with room hire, technical support available on request
Full catering services from light refreshments to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated
Complimentary on-site parking for up to 150 vehicles, additional overflow parking available
Wivenhoe House is a magnificent Georgian mansion dating from 1759, set within 20 acres of beautiful parkland on the University of Essex campus. This elegant venue combines historic charm with modern conference facilities, offering 17 meeting rooms that can accommodate from 2 to 300 delegates. The hotel features 40 comfortable bedrooms, award-winning dining options, and extensive grounds perfect for team building activities. Located just minutes from Colchester town centre, it provides easy access to the A12 and excellent rail connections to London. The venue is renowned for its flexible event spaces, professional service, and stunning period features including ornate plasterwork and original fireplaces.
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